Lynda Addy reintroduced to the Committee a the Heritage Community Recognition Awards program. It seeks to recognize the restoration work of the community. The program involves the Committee offering a certificate to a Orangeville resident and it is presented at Council.
Councillor Sherwood enquired whether the community traditionally nominated a resident, or if the Committee chose a recipient. It was confirmed that there was no stipulation on either, and in the past the Committee nominated recipients.
Gary Sarazin enquired about the criteria of the award. Ms. Addy stated that the recipient must have completed significant restoration or revitalization to a residential building. The residence does not have to be designated heritage property. As an example, 22 Bythia Street, 8 Parsons Street, and 12 Victoria Street were past recipients.
Councillor Sherwood proposed nominating a person for this coming Heritage Week. Mr. Sarazin suggested nominating more than one person, since it has been years since the program was active and there were multiple contenders. Ms. Addy proposed two addresses and the Committee approved and would view these locations prior to distributing the award.